Which of the Following Seems to Be the Best Reason

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following seems to be the best reason for the marked decrease in children's tooth decay during the past 20 years?

• A)More regular brushing and flossing
• B)Increased use of sealants on the rough,chewing surfaces
• C)Improved nutrition and eating habits
• D)None of these;tooth decay is on the rise.

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Definitions:

Skinner Box

A soundproof chamber with a device for delivering food to an animal subject; used in operant conditioning experiments.

Generalization

The process of applying the conclusions drawn from specific instances to broader contexts or situations.

Operant Conditioning

A way of changing the force of a behavior using rewards or penalties as influencing factors.

Shaping

A method in behavioral psychology where reinforces guide an organism's behavior towards a desired goal through successive approximations.